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Douglas' multi-robotic solution

May 18, 2017

The Douglas Axiom case packer utilizes M1iA and M2iA Fanuc robots to orient and collate single-serve cups for precise graphic alignment.

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Stäubli TX2 6-axis collaborative robots

April 13, 2017

Stäubli TX2 6-axis collaborative robots can be used in all facets of automation, including high-volume manufacturing, Industry 4.0 applications and man-robot collaboration.

Tech Update: Robotics

Robotics now and in the future

With technology advances, robots have convinced many processors that they are worthy of hire, speeding production while improving quality and food safety.

Wayne Labs

April 12, 2017

The food industry is no slouch in employing robots, especially for hazardous and back-breaking jobs.

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ABB sells first American-made robot

Factory in Michigan begins production with material handling robot

Casey Laughman

March 14, 2017

The first ABB robot made in the United States has been sold, marking a milestone in ABB’s U.S.-based robot production.

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MGS collaborative robotic palletizer

January 12, 2017

Designed to work alongside humans, the MGS collaborative robotic palletizer requires no safety fence.

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How 3D printing is propelling the robot revolution

PMMI’s Jorge Izquierdo on how technology is changing manufacturing facilities for the future.

Crystal Lindell

November 30, 2016

Two of the most futuristic sounding technologies are working together to change the manufacturing world while saving processors a lot of upfront costs.

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A-B-C Model 600 robotic packer

November 18, 2016

The A-B-C Model 600 robotic packer runs multiple flexible package styles with a variety of infeed options.

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Proco collaborative robotic automation system

October 11, 2016

The Proco collaborative robotic automation system requires no special guarding to work interactively with humans.

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Dispense Works EZ Series robotic dispensers

September 26, 2016

Dispense Works EZ Series robotic benchtop fluid dispensers feature a head that contains all XYZ motion and valve/syringe control.

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Food safety, productivity need fuel robotic innovations

Increased productivity, reduced costs and improved food and worker safety continue to push automation and robotics higher on food and beverage manufacturers’ priority list.

Maria Ferrante

June 28, 2016

For robots to operate in a food manufacturing facility, they must be designed to withstand the rigors of sanitary processing operations.